Our Team

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    Keith "Kfingers" Chester

    Music Engineer

    Keith has dedicated his career to working with youth as a counselor and mentor. He has a wealth of knowledge in music production, having produced several albums of his own.

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    Michael "Bam" Wright

    Music Engineer

    Michael has a long history of using music to express his thoughts and emotions. He is the founder and owner of Treehouse Collective, a creative hub for music recording, podcasting, content creation, and more.

  • Brandon Esteves

    Music Engineer

    With over 20 years of experience in the music field, Brandon brings a strong background in formal instruction across guitar, piano, drums, and electronic beat production.

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    Lioner "DJ Kid Kash" Alicia

    Music Engineer

    Lioner holds a bachelor's degree in audio engineering, providing a strong academic foundation and technical knowledge in the field. He is an established music engineer and DJ.

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    Kiesha Lamb

    Communications Specialist

    With a background in equity work, program development, and youth-centered practices, Kiesha plays an important role using her skill set to establish and manage IVOC’s communication systems and strategies.
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    Sharon "Michi" Aquino Chino

    Creative Coach

    Sharon is completing her bachelor's degree at Clark University in Worcester, MA. With a background in the arts, she is passionate about discovering ways to help young people reach their full potential.

  • Kate Maloney

    Creative Counselor

    Kate brings over 20 years of counseling experience to her role. She has a deep commitment to supporting teens from marginalized backgrounds and is especially skilled at helping young people connect with meaningful resources in their communities.

  • Christina von Timroth

    Creative Counselor

    Christina is a dedicated mental health professional committed to exploring creative approaches that help people heal and grow through mental health challenges. She brings experience working within complex systems and a strong passion for creating meaningful change.

  • Tyreke Mason

    Creative Counselor

    Tyreke is a dedicated and supportive counselor with experience working with youth during some of the most challenging stages of their lives. He is skilled in psychoeducation and group work, creating safe spaces for young people to heal and grow.